What to Expect When You’re Expecting…Show Stock

Reader Contribution by Katie Murray
Published on April 8, 2020
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What’s that you say? Your kids (or grandkids) came home saying they want to show an animal. Some well-meaning county extension agent, agriculture teacher, or family friend who clearly despises you told your child showing livestock would be fun. Now, it’s your job to figure out just how “fun” this new undertaking is going to be.

Youth across the nation show a variety of animals, from horses to chickens.  If it can walk or hop, chances are it can be shown. So what does a stock show project for the child living in your home entail? Here is a taste of what to expect when you’re expecting a show animal:

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